Nomura Lays Out New Buyback Strategy

The video discusses a company's strategic moves ahead of its AGM, including a buyback plan amid poor profitability and a scandal. The CEO faces pressure, and there's a call to reduce the chairman's role. A proxy advisory firm has influenced these changes, and the video explores the potential for leadership turnover and solutions involving technology.

What is the primary reason for the company's buyback plan?

• To increase employee salaries

• To invest in new technology

• To defend against poor profitability and an information leak

• To expand their market share

What strategic move is the company making to handle the scandal?

• Acquiring a new company

• Selling the unit involved in the scandal

• Launching a new product line

• Increasing marketing efforts

What change is being proposed for the chairman's role?

• He will take over as CEO

• He will have a reduced role in nominations and governance

• He will be removed from the board

• He will lead the new product development team

Who is advocating for changes in the company's leadership?

• The government

• Proxy advisory firms

• The board of directors

• The company's employees

What is a potential outcome if the company's situation does not improve?

• Expansion into new markets

• Increased market share

• Leadership turnover

• Higher profits